Hyundai Tucson GLS vs Ford Escape SE — full comparison

Hyundai Tucson GLS

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Ford Escape SE

Suv · Gasoline

Hyundai Tucson GLS

Car A

Hyundai Tucson GLS

Hyundai Tucson GLS prioritizes family practicality and efficiency, with five seats and a generous 620-liter trunk at around 30,000. Performance is adequate for daily use, but it won’t satisfy performance or premium-focused shoppers.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety

Ford Escape SE

Car B

Ford Escape SE

Efficient for its class with strong safety emphasis and generous cargo room, the Escape SE suits growing families seeking good value in its segment. Skip it if you want performance thrills or a premium cabin.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.2 L/100km180 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 77 / 87

City 48 / 49

Budget / value 64 / 66

Road trip 58 / 63

Performance 28 / 26

Cargo 42 / 64

Practical 56 / 63

Premium 24 / 24

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Tucson GLS · Orange = Ford Escape SE

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Tucson GLS Ford Escape SE

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Pros & cons

Hyundai Tucson GLS

Roomy 5-seat layout and a large 620 L trunk suit growing families and road trips.
Efficient for its class at 7.5 L/100 km to help keep running costs in check.
Balanced everyday performance (150 hp, 0–100 km/h in 9.5 s) for city and highway use.
Good value in its segment around 30,000.
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 9.5 s won’t thrill enthusiasts.
If you want a premium-feeling choice, this model isn’t positioned for that.
Only five seats; no third-row option for larger families.
No rated electric driving range listed, and 7.5 L/100 km may not satisfy ultra-efficiency shoppers.

Ford Escape SE

Efficient for its class (7.2 L/100 km) to keep running costs down.
Signals place safety as a strength.
1000 L cargo capacity handles family gear and bulk shopping.
Good value in its segment at about $28,000.
Not aimed at performance driving despite 180 hp and 8.0 s 0–100 km/h.
Lacks a premium positioning or upscale trimmings.
Seats five only—no third row for larger families.
Gasoline powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking an electrified option.

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Tucson GLS if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Hyundai Tucson GLS is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Ford Escape SE if…

More power

Ford Escape SE puts out 180 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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